Neonatal Sister - Plymouth
Job overview
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Neonatal nurse to complement our Nursing Workforce. As a NICU we are a progressive level 3 service currently providing 14 IC / high dependency beds, 8 special care and 18 transitional care cot’s, serving the population of Devon and Cornwall.As part of the SW ODN, we enjoy collaborative working with our regional colleagues, ensuring that we continue to deliver current evidence based neonatal care.
Our accomplished nursing establishment, ANNP team, Outreach Service and tier of support staff facilitate the delivery of highly specialised care in partnership with parents upholding the ethos of Family Integrated Care. We host the SONAR South Neonatal Transport Service which provides an expert retrieval service for infants born across the region.This highly specialised service also provides opportunity for experienced QIS staff to advance their clinical skills. We have an established Clinical Education team who provide a supportive and progressive environment with a strong commitment to preceptorship and continuing professional development.
We expect all newly qualified nursing staff to undertake the Qualified in Speciality modules which are hosted by our trust in partnership with Plymouth University. We also offer exciting career development opportunities into Enhanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner roles via MSc pathways, in partnership with the University of Plymouth.
Main duties of the job
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Band 6
This role is an exciting opportunity for those who have consolidated their qualified in speciality training and looking to take the next steps in developing their leadership attributes.
You will be responsible for the day to day management and clinical leadership of the neonatal unit. Evidence of working at degree level and the desire to develop within a management role are essential. You will have excellent clinical and communication skills, an ability to inspire and support staff whilst acting as a professional role model.
If you would like any further detail please contact Sarah Underwood Interim Matron for Neonatal and Transitional Care Services on telephone: 01752 437698 or [email protected] further information.
Working for our organisation
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission.
We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams.
It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
§ Demonstrate an enhanced level of knowledge and clinical nursing practice by delivering evidenced based care
§ Lead, co-ordinate and manage the Unit workload using expert clinical judgement and decision-making skills whilst maintaining safe standards
§ Competent in the use of medical devices and responsible for the correct use of specialist equipment by the multidisciplinary team
§ Promote a positive and professional working environment
§ Provide clinical supervision to staff with the support of the senior management team
§ Liaise with, and report to the multidisciplinary team in the provision of family centred care
§ Identify, manage and refer appropriately, infants requiring Safeguarding assessment
§ Encourage parents and carers to be actively involved in the planning and delivery of care to their infant
§ Promote health education within the clinical area for families
§ Assist in the provision of family support and bereavement services
§ Co-ordinate and manage the discharge/ transfer process of infants to other care services
§ Where applicable, participate in the Peninsula Neonatal Transport Service
§ Responsible for the implementation of, and compliance with, local policies and guidelines
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria- Demonstrable experience within a similar role
- Competent clinical and practical skills
- Intravenous Therapy competency
- Management and leadership skills
- Enhanced clinical practice skills
Qualifications
Essential criteria- First Level Qualification – RGN, RSCN, RN Child Branch,
- Current Registration with NMC
- Recognised Qualified in Speciality course
- Degree in Nursing
- Working towards MSc
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential criteria- An understanding of customer care in the clinical setting
- Competent in numeracy and literacy
- Works within sphere of responsibilities and acknowledges limitations
- Participation in research and audit projects
- Undertake nursing projects and apply findings to practice
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY INCLUDING YOUR JUNK FOLDER.
If you need support with the online application process or require reasonable adjustments with the application and/or interview process please contact the Recruiting Manager for this post.
We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants about less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. We recommend contacting the manager of the role prior to applying and we commit to giving requests full consideration.
We welcome and encourage applicants who identify with all protected characteristics to apply for our roles. We believe that diversity strengthens our teams and improves our patients' experience. At UHP we aim to create an inclusive workplace and hospital where everyone feels they belong and included.
It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Providing false information is an offence & could result in the application being rejected or summary dismissal/police action if an applicant is successful.
Please note that if you are successful in your application & accept the position you agree that the Staff Health and Wellbeing Department can access your health records from your current/previous employer in order to check the status of your inoculations & screening tests.This is an automated process & the information will only be used for these purposes prior to your taking up the position with us.
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